Water Security & Infrastructure: WASCO says it has launched an investigation after suspected tampering with a decommissioned valve restricted flow to the Delcer Water Treatment Plant, restoring capacity while warning that damaging utility infrastructure is a criminal offence. Public Utilities Politics: Minister for Public Utilities Keithson Charles backed WASCO, urging residents to protect systems and conserve water amid a reported 45% rainfall deficit in the south, including renewed calls for rainwater harvesting. Crime Prevention & Youth Development: Equity Minister Emma Hippolyte used the Brian Bernard Commemorative Lecture to argue crime prevention must start with families, schools, mentorship, recreation, employment and opportunity—not just policing. Joy St Omer Inquiry Push: The Prime Minister’s Office says Cabinet will consider the Joy St Omer family’s request for an independent Commission of Inquiry into how institutions responded to her repeated pleas for help before her May killing. Police Accountability: Police Commissioner Verne Garde told reporters that allegations against minister Richard Frederick were “not sustained,” closing that investigation after a review of findings. Regional Education Reform: Dominica is set to launch the four-year WISTLE project to modernise lower-secondary curriculum across OECS states, including Saint Lucia, with technology and TVET support. Sports & Community: Saint Lucia Kings host the Guyana Amazon Warriors tonight at Daren Sammy, while Education and Sports Minister Kenson Casimir praised local fan support despite an inconsistent season.